Manager Controls Testing

RBC; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Mississauga is seeking a Control Assurance Manager to execute control assurance activities in line with the Risk Management Framework. You will lead a team to assess control effectiveness and manage stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in risk management, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to identifying solutions. This role offers competitive pay and a supportive work environment aimed at professional development.

Benefits

Flexible benefits

Career development programs

Retirement savings plans

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Operational Risk Management, Compliance and/or Audit.
• Experience in Control Testing and Capital Planning (1LOD or 2LOD).
• Strong knowledge of risk and control identification, control design, and effectiveness assessment.

Responsibilities

• Leading and executing control assurance activities as per RBC Risk Management Framework.
• Documenting control assessment results using clear and concise language.
• Negotiating findings and issues with control owners and leadership.

Skills

Operational Risk Management

Compliance

Audit

Control Testing

Capital Planning

Risk Identification

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Post-secondary degree in related field

Job description

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

The primary role of the incumbent is to execute control assurance activities, which evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls in line with RBC Risk Management Framework. In addition, if needed, the manager will be responsible to lead and manage a team of Senior Analysts/Analysts to execute control testing. The manager is required to be a domain subject matter expert in risk management practices and control evaluation programs.

The incumbent is expected to be a key liaison, working closely in partnership between business units, 2nd line of defense, and Enterprise Control Testing in managing stakeholder engagement and concluding on the overall effectiveness of controls.

What will you do?

• Leading and executing design effectiveness and operating effectiveness assessments, and concluding on the overall effectiveness for assigned Key Controls
• Documenting control assessment results and conclusions on time using clear and concise language to effectively articulate results/conclusions of control testing.
• When needed, lead/coach a team of Senior Analysts/Analysts in managing and completing the testing of controls for the assigned Testing Program.
• Uses approaches including reviewing process documentation, performing process walkthroughs, sample-based testing, and/or performing data analysis to obtain a sufficient understanding of how the control activity is intended to be performed and drive meaningful conclusions about the effectiveness of the key controls.
• Negotiate findings and issues to be raised with control owners and their leadership, including issuing closing memos with observations and findings, as well as feedback and opportunities for improvements on design and operating effectiveness where appropriate.
• Contribute to ad-hoc assignments/special projects to enhance maturity of the testing program and participate in regular discussions with Management on strategies, work plans, and other matters.

What will you need to succeed?

Must have

• 5+ years’ Experience in Operational Risk Management, Compliance and/or Audit.
• Experience in Control Testing and Capital Planning (1LOD or 2LOD).
• Post-secondary degree in related field
• Strong knowledge of risk and control identification, control design, and effectiveness assessment
• Proactive in identifying risks and proposing solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present and influence decisions
• Highly motivated, self-starter, problem solver, solution oriented.

Nice to have

• Professional qualification in accounting, certifications associated with Risk Management or Compliance.
• Experience in finance and/or insurance operations.
• Experience in Anti-Money Laundering / Anti-Terrorist Financing regulations and standards.

What's in it for you?

• A Total Rewards program that includes flexible benefits, work/life balance and career development programs and investment and retirement savings plans

• Competitive pay and high-earning potential

• All the tools, training, and team support you need to grow your career

• Flexible work/life balance options

• Sophisticated RBCI software tools to boost your productivity

RBC Insurance is an organization that succeeds by bringing out the best in its people. You’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive team that shares common values – including a fundamental respect for each other. At the heart of this is a commitment to diversity. RBC respects and responds to the many competing and evolving priorities in our lives – so you can focus on what you can do best – putting clients first.

Job Skills

Adaptability, Auditing, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Detail-Oriented, Internal Controls, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Long Term Planning, Results-Oriented

Additional Job Details

Address: MEADOWVALE BUSINESS PARK, 6880 FINANCIAL DR:MISSISSAUGA

City: Mississauga

Country: Canada

Work hours/week: 37.5

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: INSURANCE

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2026-01-30

Application Deadline: 2026-02-13

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Compensation for this position (including salary and discretionary/variable payments) will be determined by factors, including but not limited to candidate's experience, skills, registration status, performance, individual goals, market conditions, and business needs.

Pay Range

The expected pay range for this position is:

$67,000.00 - $110,000.00

The pay range provided is for the primary work location referenced in the Additional Job Details section of this job posting. Pay ranges may differ based on location. If the posting lists multiple job locations, a recruiter can confirm availability of the role and the relevant pay range for the additional locations listed. RBC supports pay transparency and we strive to ensure all pay ranges are competitive, fair, and equitable.

You have the potential to earn RBC's discretionary variable compensation program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided that business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging, and opportunity for all.

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